CPS parents push back on May 1 civic action plan
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A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."

CPS parents push back on May 1 civic action plan: 'Our children should not be used as political pawns'

A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."

CPS, CTU turn school day on May 1st into civic action event
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Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.

Chicago schools to hold classes on May 1st after backlash
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Chicago Public Schools will remain open May 1 but shift to a day focused on civic engagement and student activities.

May 1 classes stay in session as CPS, CTU turn day into civic action event

Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.

CPS CEO pushes back on May 1 school closure as confusion grows for parents

The CEO of Chicago Public Schools says her position has not changed — that May 1 should remain an instructional day pushing back on efforts by the Chicago Teachers Union to cancel classes and calling on the school board to hold a formal public vote if they want to give students the day off.

CPS CEO pushes back on May 1 school closure as confusion grows for parents
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The CEO of Chicago Public Schools says schools should stay open on May 1 despite pressure from the teachers union, school board, and mayor to close, leaving parents uncertain about what to expect.

CPS cancel classes May 1 amid CTU protest controversy
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Confusion grows for parents after Chicago Public Schools cancels classes for a planned May Day protest, following a last-minute decision involving the teachers union, school board and mayor’s office.

U.S. House demands CTU records
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Lawmakers in DC want answers from the Chicago Teachers Union. They say members deserve a straight look at the books, and they’re now demanding the paperwork.

Lawmakers demand financial records from Chicago Teachers Union

Lawmakers are want financial records from the Chicago Teachers Union, saying the union has not been transparent with its members.

U.S. House demands Chicago Teachers Union records
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The U.S. House Education and Workforce Committee sent a letter Thursday to CTU President Stacy Davis Gates, asking the union to turn over financial audits from 2019 through 2024.

CPS refuses remote learning option amid immigration raids, sparking safety concerns
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As Chicago steps up immigration enforcement, teachers and parents question CPS’s decision not to offer remote learning, raising fears about student safety and attendance.

Chicago alders blast CTU for post on activist convicted of killing trooper

Chicago alders slammed a social media post by the Chicago Teachers Union praising Assata Shakur, who was convicted of killing a police officer.

Chicago Teachers Union faces backlash over post about convicted murderer
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The Chicago Teachers Union is coming under fire for a social media post honoring the life of a woman once on the FBI's list of Most Wanted Terrorists.

CPS budget approval avoids shutdown but adds to city deficit

Civic leaders and lawmakers are praising the Chicago Board of Education for approving a budget Thursday night that had been on track to fail.